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Sergio Perez under fire as lackluster form raises questions about Red Bull future after his ‘MEDIOCRE’ P9 quali outing

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
January 9, 2025
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Sergio Perez under fire as lackluster form raises questions about Red Bull future after his ‘MEDIOCRE’ P9 quali outing

Formula One F1 - Qatar Grand Prix - Lusail International Circuit, Lusail, Qatar - November 30, 2024 Red Bull's Sergio Perez looks dejected after qualifying in ninth place REUTERS/Rula Rouhana

Sergio Perez’s struggles at Red Bull reached new lows at the Qatar Grand Prix, with the Mexican driver managing only P9 in qualifying—a stark contrast to teammate Max Verstappen’s dominant performances. With his disappointing season under scrutiny, Perez’s future with the Milton Keynes-based team appears increasingly uncertain as the 2024 season approaches its conclusion.


Perez’s woes: A season of underperformance

Perez’s lack of pace has been a recurring issue throughout the 2023 season. While Verstappen has already secured the drivers’ championship and kept Red Bull firmly atop the Constructors’ standings, Perez has consistently lagged behind, costing the team valuable points and raising eyebrows within the paddock.

The Mexican driver admitted that his recent performances have fallen short but expressed cautious optimism about improvements made to his RB20. “We found out a lot of important information this morning, which was good,” Perez said. “We made some changes to the car, and I think we improved. I think we should be more competitive tomorrow.”

However, with only two races left in the season, Perez is running out of time to make a strong case for his place on the grid in 2025. His primary focus now is to deliver clean races and secure as many points as possible to salvage what has been a challenging campaign.


McLaren on the rise: Piastri eyes Ferrari battle

While Perez struggles, McLaren’s Oscar Piastri continues to impress. The young Australian, fresh off a Sprint race victory, secured P4 in Qatar Grand Prix qualifying, further cementing McLaren’s resurgence as a formidable force on the grid.

Piastri expressed satisfaction with his performance, even as he acknowledged areas for improvement. “We felt like we were going to have good pace, but we struggled to get much more out of it,” he said. “I’m happy with the lap I did; it was pretty solid.”

McLaren’s immediate goal remains clear: outscore Ferrari in the Constructors’ Championship. “The first aim is beating Ferrari,” Piastri emphasized. “But if we can win the race and the WCC, why not try?”


The battle for second: McLaren vs. Ferrari

Heading into the Qatar GP, McLaren holds a crucial lead over Ferrari in the Constructors’ standings. With just two races left, the Woking-based team is well-positioned to secure second place, but they face stiff competition from Mercedes and Red Bull, who remain in the mix.

Piastri’s consistency, combined with Lando Norris’s strong form, has made McLaren a legitimate threat to Ferrari’s hopes. However, the Papaya team must maintain their upward momentum to fend off the Maranello-based squad, particularly with Mercedes also eyeing opportunities to capitalize.


Pressure mounts on Perez as Red Bull looks ahead

For Perez, the Qatar GP represents another chance to prove he can perform under pressure. With Red Bull’s championship hopes already secured, the focus now shifts to maximizing points and building momentum for next season. But with speculation surrounding his future intensifying, Perez knows his performances in the final races will carry significant weight.

As McLaren rises and Ferrari fights to keep pace, Perez’s Red Bull tenure hangs in the balance. For the Mexican driver, Sunday’s race is more than just a battle for points—it’s a fight to secure his place in Formula 1’s top echelon.


Conclusion: A tale of two teams

The Qatar Grand Prix sets the stage for contrasting narratives. On one side, McLaren’s drivers are riding high, aiming to outpace Ferrari and secure their best Constructors’ Championship finish in years. On the other, Sergio Perez faces mounting pressure to deliver for Red Bull amid a season of missed opportunities.

With the grid locked and the stakes high, Qatar promises another chapter of intense drama in a season defined by shifting fortunes.

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